How far is Ponca City, OK from Bartlesville, OK?
The driving distance from Ponca City, OK to Bartlesville, OK is about 70.2 miles (112.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ponca City and Bartlesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ponca City and Bartlesville.
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Start on West Broadway Avenue
1695 ft · 60 sec · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto North 4th Street
1.4 mi · 4 min · North 4th Street
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Continue on Lucas Street
2438 ft · 1 min · Lucas Street
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Turn left onto East Harding Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · East Harding Road
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Continue straight
1.6 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
32.8 mi · 41 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn straight onto Bartlesville Road
17.3 mi · 21 min · Bartlesville Road
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Turn right onto Western Drive
1171 ft · 32 sec · Western Drive
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Turn left onto Southwest Adams Boulevard
3135 ft · 1 min · Southwest Adams Boulevard
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Continue on West Adams Boulevard
2805 ft · 1 min · West Adams Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest Jennings Avenue
38 m · 8 sec · Southwest Jennings Avenue
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Turn right
100 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
103 m · 25 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ponca City and Bartlesville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Harding Road
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32.8 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ponca City and Mostly Cloudy near Bartlesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ponca City to Bartlesville?
The road trip is about 70.2 miles (112.9 km) and usually takes 01h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pawhuska is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Ponca City and 35.4 miles from Bartlesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.39 one way or $18.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ponca City and Mostly Cloudy near Bartlesville.
Stop Ideas Near Pawhuska
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ponca City and Bartlesville. Straight-line distance: 61.24 mi (98.56 km).
#1 Ponca City
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 23,660 |
| Coordinates | 36.7069800, -97.0855900 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bartlesville
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 36,605 |
| Coordinates | 36.7473100, -95.9808200 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-95.980807, 36.747372)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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